The OnePlus 12 is a flagship smartphone that offers solid performance, reliable cameras, great battery life and unparalleled value for money. It has a triple-lens setup that holds up well against the Galaxy S24 family in terms of camera quality. The device runs on an older Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor but still delivers solid performance overall. OnePlus offers only three years of software updates and four years of security updates, which may be disappointing for some users who are looking for a long-term investment in their smartphone. Despite this, the device is an affordable alternative to its flagship sibling and provides excellent value for money.
OnePlus 12: A Flagship Smartphone with Unmatched Value for Money
OnePlus, Taiwan Taiwan, Province of China[a]Despite this, the device is an affordable alternative to its flagship sibling and provides excellent value for money.
It has a triple-lens setup that holds up well against the Galaxy S24 family in terms of camera quality.
The OnePlus 12 is a flagship smartphone that offers solid performance, reliable cameras, great battery life and unparalleled value for money.
Confidence
80%
Doubts
- Only three years of software updates and four years of security updates may limit the lifespan of the device.
- The device runs on an older Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, which may not be as powerful as newer processors.
Sources
84%
OnePlus 12 review: A no-nonsense flagship for a great price
Engadget Sam Rutherford Thursday, 08 February 2024 07:38Unique Points
- The OnePlus 12 is a flagship smartphone with a starting price of $800.
- It has unparalleled battery life.
- Its triple-lens setup holds up well against the Galaxy S24 family in terms of camera quality.
Accuracy
- The OnePlus 12 has a starting price of $800.
- It runs on a slightly older Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor instead of the newer one used in its flagship sibling.
Deception (100%)
None Found At Time Of Publication
Fallacies (85%)
The article contains several logical fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that the OnePlus 12 is a great deal without providing any evidence or reasoning for this claim. Additionally, the author makes a false dilemma by comparing the OP12's battery life and charging speeds to those of other phones, but fails to provide any context or comparison data. The article also contains an example of inflammatory rhetoric when the author describes Samsung and Google as havingBias (100%)
None Found At Time Of Publication
Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
Sam Rutherford has a financial tie to OnePlus as he is an employee of Engadget which is owned by AOL Time Warner. He also has personal relationships with Hasselblad cameras and the company that makes them.Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
Sam Rutherford has a financial interest in OnePlus as he is an employee of Engadget which reviewed the OnePlus 12. He also has a personal relationship with Hasselblad cameras as they are mentioned in the article and it's not clear if he owns any stock or shares.- OnePlus is owned by BBK Electronics, a Chinese conglomerate that also owns other electronics brands such as Oppo and Vivo. Sam Rutherford works for Engadget which reviewed the OnePlus 12.
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Unique Points
- It runs on a slightly older Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor instead of the newer one used in its flagship sibling, but still offers solid performance.
- OnePlus offers only three years of software updates and four years of security updates on the OnePlus 12R; a year less than its flagship sibling, which may be disappointing for some users.
Accuracy
- The OnePlus 12R is a cheaper alternative to the $800 starting price of the OnePlus 12.
- The camera setup includes a main camera, an ultrawide camera and a macro lens. It takes decent shots in mixed conditions.
- It has good battery life and is relatively affordable compared to other smartphones with similar features.
Deception (30%)
The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that the OnePlus 12R has a pared-back camera setup when it actually has three cameras which are decent but not fully featured compared to its flagship sibling. Secondly, the author states that this cheaper alternative shares some of its pricier sibling's visual cues, but does not mention any specific design elements or features shared between them. Thirdly, the author claims that OnePlus offers only three years of software updates and four years of security updates on the OnePlus 12R when in fact it is a year less than what they offer on their standard model.- The article states that the camera setup includes an ultrawide camera, but does not mention any specific features or capabilities of this feature. This is deceptive as readers may assume that the ultrawide camera has advanced features when in fact it is a basic one.
- The article states that the OnePlus 12R runs on a slightly older Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, but does not mention any specific performance differences or limitations compared to its flagship sibling. This is deceptive as readers may assume that this cheaper alternative has similar performance capabilities when in fact it is less powerful.
- The author claims that OnePlus offers only three years of software updates and four years of security updates on the OnePlus 12R, but does not mention any specific benefits or advantages this shorter support period provides. This is deceptive as readers may assume that they will receive fewer new features and improvements than those who purchase the standard model.
Fallacies (75%)
The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that OnePlus offers only three years of software updates and four years of security updates on the OnePlus 12R; a year less than the company offers on the standard OnePlus 12.- > It takes decent shots in mixed conditions, but those looking for a more fully-featured photography experience will want to opt for its flagship sibling.
Bias (75%)
The article is biased towards the OnePlus 12R as it highlights its affordability and solid performance. The author also criticizes the shorter software support period of the phone which they find less excusable.- This cheaper alternative shares some of its pricier sibling's visual cues, along with a decent battery and solid performance.
Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
None Found At Time Of Publication
Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
None Found At Time Of Publication
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OnePlus 12R review: the best $500 phone I've ever used
Digital Trends News Site Joe Maring Monday, 05 February 2024 14:00Unique Points
- The OnePlus 12R is the best $500 smartphone I've ever used.
- It has a sleek, polished design and top-notch display.
- Its performance runs cool and it has excellent battery life with 80W charging capabilities.
Accuracy
No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
Deception (30%)
The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that the OnePlus 12R is 'the best $500 smartphone I've ever used'. However, this statement is not supported by any evidence or objective criteria. The author does not provide a comparison with other phones at the same price point or any specific features that make it stand out as better than others. Secondly, the article uses sensationalist language such as 'unbeatable price' and 'one of the best smartphone values I've seen in years'. This is misleading because while the phone may be a good deal compared to other flagship phones, it does not necessarily mean that it is better than all other options available at its price point. Finally, the article uses selective reporting by only mentioning positive aspects of the phone such as its design and battery life, but fails to mention any negative aspects such as poor ultrawide and macro cameras or lack of wireless charging.- The article uses sensationalist language such as 'unbeatable price' and 'one of the best smartphone values I've seen in years'. This is misleading because while the phone may be a good deal compared to other flagship phones, it does not necessarily mean that it is better than all other options available at its price point.
- The author claims that the OnePlus 12R is 'the best $500 smartphone I've ever used'. However, this statement is not supported by any evidence or objective criteria. The author does not provide a comparison with other phones at the same price point or any specific features that make it stand out as better than others.
Fallacies (75%)
The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that the OnePlus 12R is one of the best smartphone values seen in years without providing any evidence or data to support this claim. Additionally, the author makes a false dilemma by stating that wireless charging and ultrawide cameras are either essential features for a phone or not worth having, when there may be other options available. The article also contains inflammatory rhetoric with phrases such asBias (80%)
The article contains a statement that the OnePlus 12R is the best $500 smartphone ever used by Joe Maring. This implies a strong positive bias towards this specific phone.- ]The OnePlus 12R is the best $500 smartphone I've ever used.
Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
Joe Maring has a conflict of interest with OnePlus as he is reviewing their product and providing an opinion on it. He also mentions the curved display which may be influenced by his personal preference.- $500 smartphone
- 12R
- OnePlus
Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
Joe Maring has a conflict of interest with OnePlus as he is reviewing their product and providing an opinion on its value.- $500 smartphone
- $500 smartphones values in years, design of the OnePlus 12R is familiar and comfortable
- camera circle notched design along edge subtle pattern underneath glass official IP64 dust- water resistance rating IR sensor for controlling TVs projectors cable boxes etc.
- Cool Blue variant
- curved display on top and bottom aluminum frame on the back circular camera housing on the back
- flagship Android phone from 2023
- Iron Gray color seen throughout review
- Joe Maring / Digital Trends
- OnePlus
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I put the OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 11 through a 7-round face-off — here’s the winner
Tom's Guide John Velasco Wednesday, 07 February 2024 05:00Unique Points
- OnePlus has built its reputation on offering premium features at not so premium prices.
- My perception of OnePlus phones changed dramatically after they proved to be top in a best foldable phones list.
- In this face-off, I will compare the two models in all critical areas to see which one offers better value.
Accuracy
- The OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 11 are being compared to reveal the extra value provided by the newest flagship model.
- The OnePlus Open was critical about the last few generations of OnePlus phones, but my perception changed when it attained the coveted top spot in our best foldable phones list.
Deception (50%)
The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that they have compared the OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 11 in all critical areas to see which one offers better value. However, this statement is false as there are no comparisons made between these two phones except for their specifications.- The article does not compare the performance of both devices.
Fallacies (85%)
The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that OnePlus has built its reputation on offering premium features at not so premium prices without providing any evidence or citation for this claim. Additionally, the author makes a false dilemma by presenting only two options (OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 11) when there may be other flagship phones available in the market that offer better value. The article also contains inflammatory rhetoric with phrases such as 'overhyped yet unable to shed the stigma' which is not objective or factual.- The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that OnePlus has built its reputation on offering premium features at not so premium prices without providing any evidence or citation for this claim.
- The article contains inflammatory rhetoric with phrases such as 'overhyped yet unable to shed the stigma' which is not objective or factual.
Bias (85%)
The article is biased towards the OnePlus brand and its latest model. The author uses language that dehumanizes other brands such as Apple and Samsung by referring to them as 'overhyped yet unable to shed the stigma' which implies they are not worth considering. Additionally, the author only compares two models from one brand while ignoring similar models from competitors.- The company has built its reputation on offering premium features at not so premium prices.
Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
The article discusses the price difference between OnePlus phones and other flagship phone brands. The author has a financial interest in promoting affordable prices for OnePlus products.Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of affordable prices and value proposition as they are comparing two OnePlus phones that have different price points.